Simon's Coffee House

My son introduced me to this cafe a few years ago. My sister was in town and we are both vegetarian and I knew she would love it. Food is unique and healthy and delicious! Sandwiches and side salads are very good size portions. The iced berry tea and the skittles pressed juice were fresh and fantastic. They also have a variety of daily specials. We enjoyed it so much we ate there three days in a row!!

Pretty good food, the menu has cut down a lot recently. I got the breakfast sandwich on bread bandit bread which was pretty fresh. Good prices, lots of drink options. Waiter didn't visit table much, but that was okay since they were busy. Lots of vegan options.

Wonderful local spot with delicious food! Great selection of healthy items from desserts, smoothies, wraps and wine! Enjoyed a cup of Java and the Big Ben breakfast skillet. The Somoa cookies were delicious and paired perfectly with the coffee. Our server Renee was the best, taking care of us. Will be back!

The coffee and food always super fresh. It doesn't make you feel heavy or sluggish when finished. The customer service is out of this world. 10/10 would recommend.

Years ago, my realtor took me to lunch at Simon’s. Today, my husband and I were returning home to Venice after spending the night in Sarasota. We stopped for breakfast. Our waitress Maya, was just a delight, dressed in holiday fare, and turns out she and her husband have been the owners for the past year! Her husband is the son of Simon! But anyway, we both had delicious omelets with fresh fruit and sour dough toast with homemade blueberry jam! Delicious baked goods were available! I purchased two almond chai scones!

Great local spot! Their food is not just thoughtful it is delicious. They're house made strawberry jam was amazing! Plus the service is super friendly.

I love Simon’s! I’ve been going for years and the food is always amazing! I always go for any vegan specials and the soups are always delicious and unique! I also never leave without a dessert for later! Such a great variety of vegan, gluten free and other items! A huge bonus is that their entire team is incredible! Local- family owned- great options- check them out!

Fork It or Forget It? FORK IT! Why You Should: Step into Simon's Coffee House for a warm, cozy atmosphere that feels like a second home. This family-owned treasure has been charming Sarasota locals for over 20 years with its inviting vibe and friendly service. Must-Try Dish: Their flaky, fresh-baked pastries and perfectly cooked egg breakfast platters are standout choices that’ll brighten any morning. Final Taste: Whether you're a local or just passing through, Simon's delivers warm hospitality and memorable bites that keep you coming back for more.

The breakfast was excellent. Avocado toast included a delicious blend of main elements and spices. Loved the tofu scramble. The service was very pleasant and speedy. The environment seemed homey and inviting. It was lovely that people greeted us.

Heard rave reviews about this location and they were not wrong. Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious. Loved that there were multiple vegan options as well. If we lived closer we would be here all the time! The coffee and tea options were plentiful and some of them were very unique. The Cuban sandwich was a large portion. Avocado toast was tasty and everything we saw come out of the kitchen looked delicious.

A guaranteed delicious experience whether getting coffee or food. And the accommodations for specific diets are really easy. I recently enjoyed a salmon burger but on a special gluten free flat bread (I forget what it was called) and it was amazing! I didn't feel like I was missing out on good bread at all. The combination of toppings and a perfectly cooked burger was so appreciated also. My friend and I enjoyed the outdoor seating and our server was very attentive and helpful. I wish it wasn't on such a busy road and had a more secluded feel, but what can ya do. This will be a repeat for me for sure!

Awesome little place! We just stopped in here to get an iced coffee to go and ended up sitting at the bar and having a warm cinnamon roll and a blueberry scone. So delicious. Had a lovely discussion with the owners too. Being a small business owner myself, I was So happy to support a local business. We almost passed it as it sits in a small shopping center. Their menu looks so good with many homemade treats. This is a must stop!!

Really enjoyed my visit. It's a cute little coffee shop and bistro in a strip mall. They have some dog friendly outside tables but I was flying solo. Overheard the staff telling another customer that a local roaster makes their coffee beans for them, so that's cool, but I went with a delicious sencha green tea. Big pot of hot water came with it so I got a good 3 cups out of it. I also ordered their southwestern/'mexican skillet. It's not called that but it's black beans, onions, peppers, and salsa (left off the sour cream) with scrambled eggs and potatoes. I added turkey bacon. This was really delicious. Not too heavy, a ton of flavor, and really enjoyable. And they even had gluten free toast on the side. Service was perfect, WiFi worked well so I could work for a bit, and the meal was delicious. Perfect spot.

I love this local, neighborhood gem! I have dined at Simon's several times in the past few months and I really enjoy the variety of options available as well as the specials they offer. There is also a plethora of vegan options and the owner/chef, Simon, who hails from a family of seasoned restauranteurs from England, is seemingly very health conscious and runs a local wellness group. They have locally brewed kombucha here, in house made smoothie conditions, and a daily or near daily changing menu of specials. I adore the vegan dishes here--but also love the other vegetarian options I have had. Whenever I go there is a usually a special that piques my intetest and I elect to try they limited time offering. One special I tired, the cottage lentil pie, was delicious and unlike anything I have had before. I also am a fan of their vegetarian breakfast offerings. The salad accompanying the meals are a great size and the soups are delicious. I am particularly found of the lentil vegetable one. Simon's is located in a row of stores right off U.S. 41/Tamiami Trail. I will continue to support this independent, locally owned business. Thanks, Simon!!!

I always enjoy my visits to Simons! I'm always welcomed upon entering the establishment and greeted with smiles all around. The food is interesting, creative, and so tasty. I really appreciate the options for vegans and non-vegans. From soups to coffees to egg dishes, and pastries, you can't go wrong with this menu.

My 1st time @ this coffee shop today. My oat milk latte was great, nice ambiance, very friendly service. I got he Greek Omelet w/sourdough toast. I did enjoy it but feel it was on the basic side. Maybe if they chopped up the olives vs putting them whole in the omelet that would've helped. Would definitely go again though.

From the moment we walked in the staff greeted us warmly and there was no wait to be seated or order to go as we did. The food was fantastic and filling, I got the English breakfast sandwich and a vanilla latte and they were both fresh and very tasty. I love the fact that they are a plant based restaurant with the goal of progress not perfection, its intimidating to transition to being plant based and this place makes if attainable and fun with plenty of options and delicious food and fresh drinks.

Something different Simon's is a little different than your usual breakfast/lunch place. When you look over the menu you see they are of course the place for coffee, but also offer vegan and vegetarian fare as well as egg dishes, sandwiches, and more. There are some limitations on how you can have your eggs prepared and they don't seem to offer griddle items, a little different. I had no problem finding something to eat, their Italian Panini. My concern they would not have many meat items was unfounded, they also cater to us carnivores. My panini included a nice stack of Genoa salami. The sandwich looked good and tasted even better. We did learn Simon's is under new ownership, Simon is no longer running the place. I didn't ask when that occurred, and I didn't think to ask if the menu had changed when we spoke to the new owner for a couple of minutes. He seems like a nice guy, joking around with us. The menu looks about as I remember it from years ago. Simon's used to be closed on Sundays, that changed when ownership changed. Good for us, we visited on a Sunday.

This use to be our favorite lunch spot but not anymore. Not only have they changed the menu but ingredients in your salad have been greatly reduced as well as the amount of chicken you get. Why mess with a sure thing? Also, the menu is very limited vs what it use to be.

Well, I had a very different experience today than I normally have at any given coffee shop. Today.. they were training someone on how to be a barista and it was very cool to watch. When you have a very busy coffee shop... it's hard to train someone "in process", but they did a very good job. Today? I was also able to put my two cents in on how to make a matcha latte... 1st - 1/4 teaspoon of matcha powder, matcha whisked Into 1/4 cup of hot water Then 2nd - heat up the oat milk ( not oat milk with vanilla ) with the espresso maker's frother/heater And then 3rd - pour the matcha & hot water mix into the cup that holds the hot oat milk and mix together Anyone else ? Agree or Disagree ?

This place is really cute and They have so many options for people with all sorts of dietary restrictions. Something for everyone! They have desserts made with dates instead of sugar etc. Our waitress was really friendly and knowledgeable of what they offered which really helped. There's inside outside and bar seating. They also get the bread from the German bakery right next door which is called Mama G,s which I also recommend. Today I had a ginger snap latte and it really tasted just like a ginger snap. I also had the Big Ben skillet with Swiss cheese it was absolutely fabulous! They have a traditional English HP sauce which is very similar to A1 but a lot better in my opinion. I had no idea this place existed until today! What a fabulous find. Great for breakfast or lunch!

This was the best little gem and best food I had on my recent trip to Siesta Key. We had a mixed group of vegetarian, non dairy and plant based eaters and Simon's Coffee House delivered. The smells when you enter in are delicious. I ordered a vegan Jackie sandwich with vegan bacon on it. The vegan bacon was a little dry but everything else was delicious. It was very filling and I highly suggest adding potatoes! The raspberry unsweetened tea was really refreshing. Everyone loved all the food at the table. 10/10 experience!

Nice place. Great service. Food is very good. Why just 4 stars? I just wasn't wowed. Coffee was weak, I understand that's a personal preference but I need a good cup of coffee first thing in the morning. This did not deliver. English breakfast was fresh and nicely presented but lacked flavor. Not sure what was up with all that. My husband had similar experience. Would I go back? Yes. I'm willing to try something else.

Wow, what a find! A vegetarian and vegan oasis in Sarasota not too far from Costco . Take out options include prepared foods such as veggie burgers, veggie pie, vegan desserts in addition to the regular menu. Options include non vegan meals too and both include breakfast, lunch, coffee, snacks, oh my! I brought home the traditional veggie burger that was very tasty and fresh. The cottage lentil pie was filling and both good portion size. Pea soup, no meat, yay!, was delicious and bowl portion perfect! Only item that did not meet the same level was their kale tabbouleh which was more of a bland kale salad. Stems were tough and not chopped small enough. The price for a small size was too high.. $4 ++ Can't wait to return and enjoy another meal on their pup friendly patio.

My sister and I went to Simon's today for the first time in a while and our server was out of this world! Maya was friendly, personable, and took great care of us while we ate lunch. I got the Caprese panini and my sister got the Tex Mex and we both thoroughly enjoyed our meals. We will definitely be coming back to Simon's, we love the food and service! Make sure you try the peanut butter chocolate chip cookies if you go visit!

The food was all very fresh ingredients you could taste it. Everything was served hot , we loved the lattes , the basil pesto, the house made vegan mushroom gravy and biscuits. We had a blueberry waffle for desert WOW. A great setting all around as well. Thanks Jerry for the hospitality keep it up . We had to return a second time on our way back home ! We will be back again . YUM

The food is always amazing here. My personal favorites are the omelets! They also have fantastic options for vegans. We love supporting this locally owed gem. You will not be disappointed. Great friendly service!

I'm here weekly I love it so much! Best gluten free desserts -yum. My favorite is the Tuscan lavash.

I love Simons Cafe, a local favorite. vegan and organic options. Food is delicious and reasonably priced. Staff friendly and sweet. Had hibiscus raspberry tea, so good. Lots of homemade organic sauces, bakery, baked goods! You won't be disappointed!

If I could give a rating of 10 I would. The food is very good quality, reasonably priced and our server Naomi was so kind, professional and really aimed to please us! She made our day! She was attentive to everyone including the youngest member of our party who enjoyed every bite and lick of his acai berry bowl! Thanks Naomi for sharing your beautiful smile and sweet disposition with us! Cheers!!!

Great place! Friendly waitstaff- kombucha on tap. Different choices for various dietary restrictions-Vegan- what's there not to like?!

One of our new to us favorite places in Sarasota! Stopped in today for lunch and loved seeing blankets on each chair of their outdoor seating on this chilly day. Service was friendly and personable with great recommendations. Lots of good choices for vegans and meat-eaters alike, those who eat anything, and those with dietary requirements and preferences. Bollywood with Parsnip Coconut soup was amazing! Boyfriend had the Cottage Pie special and Black Bean Soup and enjoyed both. We split the giant gluten-free chocolate chip cookie, which had peanuts butter, was served warm, with whipped cream on the side - delicious! Vanilla Hazelnut Macchiato was a great, warm way to finish the meal. Will def be back to try more of the regular menu and see the new specials.

Drove here all the way from St Pete after going for my COVID vaccine to try it out and it fell short. Coffee. Weak AF. They have plant based milk options which is great. I ordered an extra shot of espresso in my cappuccino and it was still weak! No Bueno. Food. I ordered the breakfast Buddah bowl and it was average. Very little tofu which is why I'm bummed. Maybe they were running out of tofu by the time I ordered breakfast at 1pm. Lol. They do serve breakfast all day so that's a nice feature. Atmosphere. Lovely inside, lots of tables with a cross between a Cafe and coffee shop vibe. Thankfully they also have several outdoor tables along the sidewalk.

The food is delicious! The menu has something forneveryone. A very relaxing atmosphere coupled with great service.

Our family stopped by Simons Coffee House on our trip to see my brother in Florida. What a gem! The service was just lovely- everyone was so friendly and they even remade our daughters crepe when she didn't like the cream cheese in the filling. It was delicious- she just was being a picky 9 year old. The food was amazing. Highly recommend the Price Phillip platter. The spanakopita was the best I've ever had. They even refilled our coffee in to go mugs as we left. Great experience all round. If you're in the area- stop by. You won't regret it!

Delicious, nutritious and creative food for the Vegan appetite and meat eaters too. We went for dinner with friends and had a sampling of dishes. We tried the cerviche mushrooms, the bbq asparagus, vegan cheese plate plus a dessert flight of carrot cake, mousse, and chocolate cake. We sat outside and enjoyed a one man band who played Cuban music and even took my request. He has a following and people were dancing in the streets! Great fun and food. We even got to meet Simon himself who is passionate about his food!

Atmosphere was good ,got two mocha's to go,that definitely needed help,won't go for coffee

This is my favorite place in town. Everything is always fantastic. I get the Ruby on gluten free lavash bread a lot. Desserts are out of this world yum. Great place for gluten-free/vegan/healthy treats too.

Great little nook in siesta key! Decent prices and great food portions. Good for groups, kids, and a casual environment. We came in around 10:30am on a Saturday morning without reservations and we were sat within 5 minutes. The wait staff is super friendly and brought out our food and drinks quickly. Our waitress was Renee and she did a great job of getting all of our 12 orders correct and to the table in a timely fashion. I ordered the latte with a single shot and it was so fresh, recommend getting this or any of the coffees on the menu. The food menu has a wide variety of options that can fit anyone's palate. I ordered the costa rican crepe, it was delicious and filling with the generous amount of veggies & black beans. I would definitely recommend getting this dish if you're a fan of black beans and veggies! I also posted some of the other entrees my friends ordered and got nothing but good reviews from everyone.

Simon Says, "Get to my Coffee House immediately" And then, when you're there...good luck deciding what you want because it all sounds amazing. Seriously, the 4 of us debated what to get for a solid 10 minutes. And then reconsidered about 3 more times because we wanted it all. Even talked about coming back for lunch and dinner without hesitation. So here's the winners: Wheatgrass Shot: A healthy boost of nutrients to get you started Scandinavian Plate: I've been hearing about how amazing this dish was for the last 3 days...if that's not enough to make you want it, I'm not sure what is. Turkey Club Crepe: A very healthy amount of turkey, that's for sure. I would totally order this again, but with less turkey and probably ask to add some scrambled egg. The best part: The house made lemon dill ranch. Seriously, I wanted to lick my plate. I'd put this sauce on SO many dishes if I had a bottle of it in my fridge. Tuscan Wrap: Full of flavor but a bit messy. The pesto is delicious but gets a little runny, so ask for a few extra napkins. Overall, a great find. We were well taken care of from the staff, enjoyed the hip atmosphere and of course loved our meals.

Very cute spot with vegan and non vegan options. Quick breakfast service and very friendly. We want to come back for lunch.

I ordered the Vegan Bollywood, which is a beet burger on lavish, with cashew cheese and Indian pickle dressing, which I asked for on the side. Happily, it was a fabulous dressing with no resemblance to pickles that I thought I was getting. It came with a wonderful black bean soup. All of it was scrumptious, and I thoroughly enjoyed every bite. The service was great as well. I chose to sit outside even though it was hot out and was kept comfortable by the many fans. What a wonderful alternative to all the fried and fast food joints.

I've been a loyal lunch customer of Simon's for several years. The food selection is varied and a number of specials are offered each day. I happen to favor healthier dining choices and I've come to rely on Simon's to serve excellent vegan and other healthy selections. Service provided by the servers is top notch - servers are helpful, efficient and friendly. Seating is available at tables, indoor and out, and at a counter. The ambiance is appropriately casual.

Friendly waitresses. Bob Marley reggae music. Damn good Tex mex burger. Full of flavor. Very nice roll too. Avocado, onion, bean cheese burger. Mount Fuji iced green tea is huge and lemony. The staff is very chummy with each other. I'd come back again with friends. The raw lasagna looks fabulous

Oh, boy. I'd like to keep this place a secret. D E L I C I O U S vegan food. Best I've had in all of Sarasota. Fantastic drinks - coffees, juices, etc... Wonderfully unique vegan offerings as well as non-vegan options, by the look of the menu. Staff, including the owner, are genuinely friendly. And attentive. So much on the menu to try. Love the beans they serve for breakfast as well as the greens (rhyme unintended). There's not the clearest signage for the place - it's tucked in a strip mall (imagine that, Florida) and the place is clean, comfortable (clean restrooms!) and has outdoor seating as well. A must visit for vegans and non!

Four of us came for breakfast. Homey ambiance, friendly staff. Menu is on the British side - broiled tomato slice, beans, bangers, etc. I had the Full Monty, and full I was. I can eat a lot, but could barely finish the beans, though everything was excellent. My eggs looked very orange, like they had used the extra yolks from the egg white skillets in my scramble. The ladies that ordered the egg white scramble thought they were very good, nicely complemented with the olives and spinach. Coffee is good here. Bottom line: this place delivers what they say they will. Prices were not cheap, but a reasonable value for what you get which is a lot!

Wow is all I gave to say! The staff is incredibly nice, and I was greeted and assisted by multiple wait staff. Tons of gluten-free options. I chose a simple breakfast and it was fantastic. Will definitely be back again.

I've eaten many things on the menu and everything has been excellent tasting. They have considered the food options very carefully and accommodate people's dietary needs. The service is spot on. Before, during and after lunch, the place is packed with return customers and the servers are very friendly. If you're looking for the best breakfast/lunch place...don't look any further...this is the place to go. Jerry and Jill, the owners, have also accommodated a private party in their dining room for us after hours and did a wonderful job with that too.

This is my second trip to Simons and both times I have been very impressed. For lunch I ordered the Enchiladas special item which was delicious. It had a pleasant mixture of flavors on each level and the sauce on top was delicious. I wish they would add more of the sauce because the bottom is quite dense without it. I also had the green and tonic shake and a chocolate chip peanut butter cookie. Both of which were so tasty. The cookie is made for sharing, so don't be surprised if need a box to go.

My new go-to in Sarasota for breakfast and lunch, and I cant wait to try Tyler's at night when the owner's son takes over for dinner! The atmosphere here is great, homey and inviting, honestly I want to kick back and stay all day. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable and gave me great recommendations! I've had takeout panini caprese, which was tasty and hearty! Today, I had breakfast of a delicious Mocha coffee and the Costa Rican Crepe, so delicious vegetables were perfect and eggs delicious, crepe light and fluffy. I'll be returning often....

My wife and I strongly recommend Simon's (Sarasota, FL). The food was excellent, the prices were reasonable for lunch, and the portions were large enough for two people to share.

Amazing light and fluffy quiche. Great service and very cool space. Next time I'll be trying some of the yummy looking baked goods.

Service is abysmal!! Waited over 45 minutes for our food. One thing after another was wrong. Waited forever to pay. Food is very good. Surprisingly good for how very terrible the service is here. Management needs to address this issue. We were even going to take a few cookies to go and they brought us the wrong number. Only the second time in my life I've never left a tip. And I'm usually at 20 to 30% tipper.

We went last night for the first time, as our favorite local musical trio, Hot Club SRQ, was performing there. We live about 2 hours away but it was worth the drive. We LOVED the food and service. They have a menu of tapas. We got 3 different tapas and split them. Just absolutely delicious and so creative. So happy that they have some plant based tapas since I am vegan. My husband isn't vegan and loved their red fish. Service was outstanding too (our server was Maya). We will be returning!

Delightful outdoor seating, given the pandemics still ongoing. Excellent waitperson. Cool new menu since with were last here with lots of vegan things. The vegan shepherd's pie was excellent. The carmel apple french toast was terrible, extremely sweet--moreso than anything I've ordered in 50 years, and the bread was so dense it was inedible, almost plasticized. Both of us felt very let down by the latter.

I ordered the vegan Buddha and it was soooo good and filling! It's been a little hard to find vegan options where my non vegan friends would also want to eat but this place was awesome! I even forgot my keys in the bathroom and the staff had it held for me and were messaging people on Facebook trying to return it to me Great staff and great food!!!

waitress was absolutely horrible... we kept asking for coffee. She brought us some old coffee.... our friend just raved about it but after giving the Greek omelette, nothing to write home about..... denny's was better meat was terrible in it.... so service by the woman with the ear length hair was terrible... no it's phenomenal not good just OK.